#430 What can we do in January in the veg garden.

Join Richard in this weeks podcast with new theme tune and a slight tweak on the format. This week Richard is sharing what can we do in January in the veg garden. Richard also shares the latest from the plots. Seeds to sow in January Certain varieties of the following can be sown outside this month Broad beansPeasGarlicShallotsOnion sets The following can be sown In an unheated greenhouse or under cover LettuceSpinachSpring onionsOnionsTurnipsSunner cabbagesSummer CauliflowerCeleryCeleriacRhubarbParsleyCoriander The following can be sown indoors or in a heated propagator ChilliesAubergineBasilTomatoes but be warned this might get to big to early!!!! What can we do in January in the veg garden Tasks to tackle outside this month are Prune apple and pear trees, gooseberry and current bushesClear old crops and weeds from beds, mulching with compost and manure as required.Plant bare rooted fruit trees and bushesCover rhubarb with an old bin to force rhubarbFeed brassicas with a high nitrogen feed making sure they are well netted If its raining then head into the greenhouse or shed and tackle Tidy up greenhouse and shed, cleaning windows to allow better light in.Check over any overwintering plants for pests and diseaseMove some potted strawberries inside for an early crop And for those dark evenings Finalise your plans for this yearCheck through seed collectionsOrder any seeds and seed potatoes required for this coming year. I hope you enjoy this weeks podcast. If you have then perhaps you might consider becoming a supporting member which helps me keep the podcast moving forward. Detail below.